Easy Crock Pot Chili
Savor the ultimate comfort food with this Easy Crock Pot Chili recipe—a hearty, flavorful dish that's as effortless as it is delicious! Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this slow cooker chili combines tender ground beef, two types of beans, and aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, all simmered to perfection in a rich tomato base. With just 15 minutes of prep time, the Crock Pot takes care of the rest, delivering a warm, crowd-pleasing meal in 6-8 hours on low heat. Customize with your favorite toppings, from shredded cheese to a dollop of sour cream, for a comforting, family-friendly dish that's sure to become a weekly staple. Whether you're feeding a crowd or meal-prepping for the week, this easy chili recipe is your go-to for hearty, hands-off cooking!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 whole garlic cloves, minced
- 28 oz diced tomatoes, undrained
- 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 cup beef broth
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through. Drain excess grease and set aside.
Step 2
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Remove from heat.
Step 3
In a 6-quart Crock Pot or slow cooker, add the cooked ground beef and onion-garlic mixture.
Step 4
Add the diced tomatoes (including their juices), kidney beans, black beans, tomato sauce, and beef broth to the Crock Pot.
Step 5
Sprinkle in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Step 6
Cover the Crock Pot with its lid and set it to cook on LOW heat for 6-8 hours or HIGH heat for 3-4 hours.
Step 7
Once the cooking time is complete, give the chili a good stir. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 8
Serve hot with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or crumbled tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2907.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2147.1 |
| Total Fat 94.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 301.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5369.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 199.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 64.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.0g | |
| Protein 139.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 593.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 34.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5232.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories